Vivos Oral Appliance Treatment for Children Longmont

Gentle Sleep Apnea Care to Help Your Child Thrive

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is relatively uncommon in children, but it does occur! If your young one often stops breathing, snores frequently, or always seems tired, it is worth getting them evaluated. If they are diagnosed with OSA, our Longmont team might recommend the use of the innovative Vivos system to address their condition and provide long-term breathing improvements. What is Vivos, and how does it work? Continue reading below to discover helpful information, or contact us directly to set up your child’s FREE sleep apnea consultation.

Why Choose Coats Dental Group of Longmont for Vivos Oral Appliance Treatment for Children?

  • Caring & Compassionate Dental Team Who Loves Kids
  • Gentle Treatment that Provides Long-Term Results
  • Multiple Payment Options Welcomed

The Jaw and Sleep Apnea

OSA can have several different causes. In kids, breathing problems are sometimes related to poor development of key structures in the upper airway, including the upper and lower jaws. If these are too narrow, the teeth may be misaligned, and the tongue and other soft tissue structures may not rest in their proper positions. This can lead to breathing challenges during sleep. A narrow upper jaw may also affect the width of the nasal passages, which can lead to chronic mouth breathing.

How Vivos Oral Appliances Treat Childhood Sleep Apnea

Vivos is a dental orthopedics system that employs special devices to widen the upper airway. These appliances apply sustained pressure that gradually widens and remodels the jaws. Some kids need Vivos for their upper or lower jaw, while others need treatment for both. After successful Vivos care, many kids enjoy uninterrupted sleep with no further need for sleep apnea treatment.

What to Expect From Vivos Oral Appliance Treatment

Vivos treatment works best on jaws that are still in an active state of growth, so the earlier you bring your child in for an evaluation, the better. If they are a candidate for this approach, we will provide their custom Vivos appliances. Be sure your child uses them as directed; for many kids, they only need to wear their devices for 12 – 16 hours a day, most of which can be overnight while they are sleeping.

Total treatment time is often 1 – 2 years, which should include periodic check-ins with our team.

Benefits of Treating Your Child’s Sleep Apnea with the Vivos System

Vivos is designed to address the root cause of sleep apnea in children. This smart approach offers a number of benefits:

  • Lasting results: After completion of Vivos, your child may not have to continue using any sleep appliances.
  • Better health: Sleep is vital for children’s development. By addressing sleep apnea, you promote the physical and mental wellness of your child.
  • Improved oral function: The focus of Vivos is to improve airway health, but it can indirectly improve oral function and promote a more balanced bite.
  • Comfortable: Most kids tolerate Vivos very well because it is a non-surgical approach that uses customized appliances.